About Vania C.

Grammar and conversations skills for beginner and intermediate students.I teach Spanish and English. I've been teaching English for more than 20 years and Spanish for 8 years. I like to focus my classes on students needs. The most important is to make them feel comfortable and motivated. I use a lot of vocabulary, shown with drawings or materials to show examples. My goal is to make students speak the language in a very natural and easy way.

About Vania

I've always been attracted to the rewarding profession of teaching. I've been teaching for the last 20 years and it's been such a privilege to be a positive part of all my students' stories. As a result, I have built life-long, lasting connections with my students. My professional bio and education qualifications include:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

• Private and public Spanish InstructorI teach beginning to advanced-level Spanish to persons of all ages. Books, media, dictionaries, age-appropriate games, and flash cards are the materials used for instruction. Students are assessed with oral and written quizzes.

• A variety of certificates of training and teaching, in the realm of Overseas Language Instruction in English and Spanish, Teaching Orientation

s, and Evaluating.

*** Lesson Details ***They will walk into a highly positive, friendly, warm environment with an instructor who is able to recognize immediately their instructional level and needs, and will be able to connect with them. They will experience immediate results and feed off of their success and be encouraged for future sessions.

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Reviews

Chris S. August 13, 2016·Spanish·In home

! Vania is an excellent teacher !

Phil L. April 1, 2013·Spanish·

Vania is an excellent Spanish instructor

I've taken many Spanish lessons that have ranged from various software programs to personal tutors. Vania is great. She knows how to relate with each person in order to convey concepts. She's the best I have worked with.

She's also very accommodating, since I tend to change my schedule around a lot. She is always flexible to accommodate. Vania is simply great.

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Vania C.

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Vania C.

Somerset, NJ 08873

(2)

starting at

$40
/ 30-min

About Altini Y.

About Altini

Hi there! I'd love for you to consider me as your or your child’s next tutor! I've spent the past 5 years helping students mainly in the subjects of math (up to college algebra), Spanish (all levels) & English as a second language (all levels). Please view my website for a list of my education and experience, as well as more information www.lessonswithaltini.

I enjoy creating personalized classes according to your and your child's wants and needs.

I’m have a Bachelor’s degree in Spanish and am currently working on several certifications. I'd love to share more information about myself.

My resume and references are available upon request.

I am located in League City but will come to you or a local library.

Apart from teaching, I enjoy reading and learning languages. I currently learn French. My other hobbies include danci

ng, traveling, and learning new things :)

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Reviews

Jenna M. October 24, 2015·Spanish·In home

We just had our first lesson ( my daughter is 7 yrs. old.) Altini was prompt,courteous & knowledgable. My daughter was engaged & happy to meet her new teacher.

Eduardo S. September 11, 2015·ESL·In studio

Altini was a great teacher. She was very patient with my wife. Knew when to be direct and kind to get her teaching across. Was also flexible when it came to rescheduling lessons. All around great teacher that I highly recommend.

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Altini Y.

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Altini Y.

Online

(2)

starting at

$30
/ 45-min

About Carina R.

I've been teaching Spanish for 24 years and my students have improved their grades , passed their Spanish tests, decided to travel to Spanish-speaking countries, become better qualified for jobs, enriched their relationships with friends and family and more! Within a few lessons you will feel empowered to communicate: speaking and understanding. Reading and writing skills, grammar, pronunciation, vocabulary will also be addressed as needed.I teach conversational Spanish, SAT subject test in Spanish, CLEP Spanish, AP Spanish language.Within a few lessons you will feel I have the age-appropriate resources, games and creative ideas to instill your love for learning Spanish and getting to know the Spanish culture.

About Carina

I love teaching all ages and levels because I enjoy seeing students learn and achieve personal, social or professional goals. Everybody can learn if I respect the student's needs, pace and learning style, and if I tap into his/ her interests and strengths. A comprehensive approach that includes speaking, reading, writing and listening is necessary, however I focus primarily on communication . I provide knowledge, fun, creativity and flexibility to guarantee a successful pleasant experience for all students. I am a native from Argentina. I moved to the US in 1996, therefore I can relate to the feelings involved in learning a foreign language. I live a bilingual life raising my daughter who is 14 and my son who is 6 years old . I travel to Argentina once or twice a year. I teach conversational Spanish, SAT subject test in Spanish,

CLEP Spanish, AP Spanish language.

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Reviews

Jaime C. November 27, 2015·Spanish·Online

Me gustan mis lecciones con Carina. Carina es una maestra muy buena.

Michelle September 1, 2015·Spanish·Online

My son and I have both had the pleasure of taking Spanish tutoring with Carina, and it was an excellent experience. She is patient, explains things very well and is very passionate about the language and culture.

Carina is a patient, thorough teacher who often goes above and beyond to answer my questions. She teaches me cultural differences as well between Spanish speaking countries. I have recommended her to friends. I also enjoy her Spanish Pots!

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Carina R.

Hoboken, NJ 07030

(7)

starting at

$38
/ 45-min

About Yali R.

Native speaker (originally from Cuba). I have a Bachelor in Art History and Spanish Literature from University of Havana, Cuba. Awarded excellence in grammar and creative writing. I have experience teaching Spanish to students of very young ages to adults. All ages welcome. Lessons are customized and catered to the needs/goals of each student. Learning a language should be a joyful experience and one that will be a positive change in your life. Practicing conversation is always the best way to learn a language, specially having the opportunity to talk with a native Spanish speaker.

About Yali

I received a Master of Design in Fashion, Body and Garment at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) and a Bachelor in Art History at the University of Havana, Cuba. I’m a multidisciplinary designer that blurs the line between fashion and visual arts. I launched in 2009 a project titled “Normal Is Good” centered in the development of clothing collections with presentations in Havana, Cuba; Paris, France; Liverpool, England and Miami, Chicago, NY, US.

Once I moved to New York I participated in an internship at Victor de Souza Company and I was quickly hired for the position of Production Manager and began assisting Mr. De Souza in executing and coordinating fashion shows.

As an artist and designer I feel more inclined towards education than working in the fashion industry. I feel great joy teaching and this would be a wonderf

ul opportunity for me to share my knowledge. The lessons are customized to your needs. I will only cover the subject that you are interested in, and are relevant to achieving your goals. Even if your goals are not that clear I can help you to discover what is it that you want.

Sometimes I have been approached by people who, although they do not want to pursue a career in fashion or art, want advice on how customize their image. I can help you to express your individuality and embrace your freedom.

In 2015 I released the film-documentary, "Normal Is Good (I like America and America likes me)" at Gene Siskel Film Center, Chicago. "All the things she says" is my most recent solo exhibition at Galería de la Biblioteca Pública Rubén Martínez Villena, Havana, Cuba (2017). I was selected as part of 2017 NYFA Immigrant Artist Mentoring Program for Performing and Literary Arts, New York Foundations for the Arts, NY, US.

My knowledge of art and design and my international perspective, are elements that enrich my approach to education.

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Reviews

Candida July 19, 2017·Fashion Design·Online

Yali is a fantastic artist, teacher and person! She has a wonderful approach as a teacher, beside her great look and talent as an artist! Highly recommended!

Cherie July 19, 2017·Spanish·In home

Yali is a WONDERFUL Spanish teacher. She teaches my 13-year-old daughter in such an engaging way that my daughter insists on *not* taking Spanish at school but instead learning solely with Yali (and also when she's experiencing full immersion in a Spanish-speaking country). The fact that Yali is from Cuba and a magical fashionista is a super fun added bonus.

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Yali R.

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Yali R.

College Point, NY 11356

(2)

starting at

$39
/ 30-min

About Mariana S.

Hola! If you are here, it is because you share the same passion of learning a new language just like me or Spanish can really come in handy for you to know... Or both! Let me help you with your goal and teach you in an interactive, fun way, where we'll focus on your conversational skills as well as grammar. I believe that in order to tackle the difficulties of learning a foreign language, there is no better solution than to talk to a native speaker!

About Mariana

I'm currently serving as an Americorps Vista volunteer at the New York Immigration Coalition to fight poverty among minority groups in the city. I just graduated as a magna cum laude from CUNY Hunter College with a Bachelor's of Arts in Anthropology and Spanish.

I have always loved teaching my native tongue to people so they can be part of a rich culture and enjoy the profound and vast literature that comes with it. I believe in the joy of communicating with others and be able to see the world in different colors and perspectives.

I began teaching Spanish to friends at my college and that's how my journey with teaching the language as a freelancer began. My approach focuses on the conversational aspect with fun and educational icebreakers as well as grammar and structure.

I love playing the ukulele, painting in watercolor, reading sh

ort novels, and finding new yummy spots in NYC during the weekends.

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Mariana S.

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Mariana S.

Jersey City, NJ 07304

starting at

$17
/ 30-min

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About Mary M.

Hola! Let's have fun learning a new language. We play games, have conversations, and practice key vocabulary to reach your Spanish goals.

About Mary

English language teacher with more than 10 years of experience. I have taught all levels, from beginners who don't speak any English, to advanced lessons within businesses where my clients already understood English but wanted to improve pronunciation, grammar, and email etiquette. I am passionate about teaching and my students express how much I help them with valuable feedback and quality lessons.

I attended Seton Hall University for Education and Spanish. I attended Rutgers to study teaching English as a Second Language. I am certified in New Jersey.

In our first lesson I like to see what level students are, ask what their goals are, and begin lessons that target those goals. I love to help my students accomplish their goals and enjoy the process!

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Monika November 4, 2017·ESL·In studio

I have meet many educators in my life time but non have ever stood outas much Mary, she has anazing energy and great patience when teaching others and she knows how to be relatable to her students. Great experience!

Mary M.

Mary M.

About Kateryna S.

Hi! My name is Kate and I'm Spanish, Russian and Ukrainian teacher more than 4 years. Russian and Ukrainian are my native languages and I have certificate of DELE (Diploma of Spanish as a Foreign Language). I taught in private schools and online. Also I had experience as translator and I was combined 2 jobs (translator and teacher) for 3 years.

I'm from Ukraine but I started learn Spanish when I was 9. I studied in Spanish school so I learn it almost 20 years and I don't stop to know new things. I had a lot of practice with people from Spain and Latin America so I can explain you the difference of these languages.

I traveled to Spain some times and I worked in one of Spanish language countries in Africa. Also I worked in Spanish company in Kiev. Now I'm 27 and actually I live in USA. I use Spanish every day and I continue do my favorite work - teach people.

About Kateryna

Hi! My name is Kate and I'm Spanish, Russian and Ukrainian teacher more than 4 years. Russian and Ukrainian are my native languages and I have certificate of DELE (Diploma of Spanish as a Foreign Language). I taught in private schools and online. Also I had experience as translator and I was combined 2 jobs (translator and teacher) for 3 years.

I'm from Ukraine but I started learn Spanish when I was 9. I studied in Spanish school so I learn it almost 20 years and I don't stop to know new things. I had a lot of practice with people from Spain and Latin America so I can explain you the difference of these languages.

I traveled to Spain some times and I worked in one of Spanish language countries in Africa. Also I worked in Spanish company in Kiev. Now I'm 27 and actually I live in USA. I use Spanish every day and I continue do my fa

vorite work - teach people.

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Anna January 19, 2018·Spanish·In home

I had classes during one year when I lived in Kiev. It helped me a lot to move to Spain. Kate is a great teacher. She explain everything very clearly and always make a lot of examples.

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Kateryna S.

New Brunswick, NJ 08901

(1)

starting at

$15
/ 30-min

About Carmen G.

Hi! Nice to meet you! My name is Carmen, I am a Spanish photographer and Art History student.At the moment I am living in New Brunswick, and willing to teach Spanish lessons in my free time from uni.I have years of experience teaching foreigners in Spanish, I have lived in London, Warsaw (Poland) and Spain, and I have taught people from the three countries, also in other subjects.I have experience in both teaching children and adult learners, so don't hesitate to contact me if you would like to improve your Spanish skills with a native speaker!

About Carmen

Hi! Nice to meet you!

My name is Carmen, I am a Spanish photographer and Art History student. At the moment I am living in New Brunswick, and willing to teach Spanish lessons in my free time from Uni.

I have experience teaching Spanish with people from very different backgrounds and nationalities, if you have interest and practice just a bit every day, results will show sooner than you think! I have experience in both teaching children and adult learners, so don't hesitate to contact me if you would like to improve your Spanish skills with a native speaker!

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Carmen G.

Highland Park, NJ 08904

starting at

$17
/ 30-min

About Gabriela S.

I am part Dominican and Spanish is my mother tongue. Spanish as well as hispanic culture is therefore very dear to me which reflects on the content of my lessons. I customize my classes to each student and their needs and interests. I will make sure that each class is spent towards reaching your set objectives and goals. I always welcome feedback and suggestions.

About Gabriela

Hi!

To tell you a bit more about myself, my mother is Dominican/American and my father is Lebanese, but I was born and raised in Paris, France, which explains that I speak French, English, Italian and Spanish fluently. From a young age, I have had a deep appreciation and passion for languages, as well as other cultures. I moved to NYC to attend Columbia University, where I studied International Relations. I started tutoring on the side while in college and absoluty love working with children. Since graduating, I work in tv/film production where the hours are always changing, which would allow me to continue tutoring. I am a social, personable and responsible person, who cares about the needs and interests of whoever I work with. I customize my classes from student to student, and am always open to feedback and suggestions.

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Review by Risa

"Carina is a lovely person and an excellent teacher. She teaches two small classes of kids at my home weekly and we have been impressed with her abilities.

She is professional and always comes prepared. Carina gives the kids interesting and relevant homework assignments that they enjoy doing (Yes, you read that right!) I feel both of my children have improved their Spanish ability since Carina began working with them. I recommend her highly!"

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New York, NY teacher:
Carina R.

Review by Michelle

"My son and I have both had the pleasure of taking Spanish tutoring with Carina, and it was an excellent experience. She is patient, explains things very w

"I have used Eric for about 5 years now, and he took me from speaking basic Spanish to exceeding more courses definition of Advanced quickly. His teaching

background and patience make him an ideal teacher, and he is able to find material that pushes you to the next level well. Now my South American wife has to be polite about me when she speaks to her family about me!

I would highly recommend Eric as a tutor for any level of Spanish."

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New York, NY teacher:
Eric M.

Review by Hayden

"First session was a great success!"

New York, NY teacher:
Dr. D. B.

Review by Lisa Sanzen

"Carina is a wonderful Spanish teacher to my 7 and 10 year old children. She tailors the lessons to their personalities so that they are truly engaged. She

makes Spanish fun to learn but is also firm in her approach. Both my children have learned so much. She is a treasure of a teacher!"

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New York, NY teacher:
Carina R.

Review by Tara

"Carina is a patient, thorough teacher who often goes above and beyond to answer my questions. She teaches me cultural differences as well between Spanish

speaking countries. I have recommended her to friends. I also enjoy her Spanish Pots!"

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New York, NY teacher:
Carina R.

Review by Phil

"Vania is an excellent Spanish instructor

I've taken many Spanish lessons that have ranged from various software programs to personal tutors. Vania is gre

at. She knows how to relate with each person in order to convey concepts. She's the best I have worked with.

She's also very accommodating, since I tend to change my schedule around a lot. She is always flexible to accommodate. Vania is simply great."

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New York, NY teacher:
Vania C.

Review by Cherie

"Yali is a WONDERFUL Spanish teacher. She teaches my 13-year-old daughter in such an engaging way that my daughter insists on *not* taking Spanish at schoo

l but instead learning solely with Yali (and also when she's experiencing full immersion in a Spanish-speaking country). The fact that Yali is from Cuba and a magical fashionista is a super fun added bonus."

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